Close Reading | Lesson Plan Templates
Below is a structured template you can adapt for any grade level or text. I. General Overview Text Title & Author: [Insert text name] Grade Level: [Insert grade] Duration: [e.g., 2–3 Days]
Questions: How does the word [X] change the tone? Why did the author structure this section this way? Close Reading Lesson Plan Templates
Briefly explain why this text is worthy of close reading (e.g., nuanced vocabulary, layers of meaning, or complex structure). Below is a structured template you can adapt
[e.g., How does the author use symbolism to develop the protagonist's growth?] III. The Reading Phases First Read: Key Ideas and Details (The "What") Purpose: Students get the "gist" of the text. Task: Independent reading or teacher read-aloud. Why did the author structure this section this way
Purpose: Connect the text to larger themes, other texts, or the world.
Students must cite at least [X] pieces of evidence from the text to support their conclusion. Tips for Success
Below is a structured template you can adapt for any grade level or text. I. General Overview Text Title & Author: [Insert text name] Grade Level: [Insert grade] Duration: [e.g., 2–3 Days]
Questions: How does the word [X] change the tone? Why did the author structure this section this way?
Briefly explain why this text is worthy of close reading (e.g., nuanced vocabulary, layers of meaning, or complex structure).
[e.g., How does the author use symbolism to develop the protagonist's growth?] III. The Reading Phases First Read: Key Ideas and Details (The "What") Purpose: Students get the "gist" of the text. Task: Independent reading or teacher read-aloud.
Purpose: Connect the text to larger themes, other texts, or the world.
Students must cite at least [X] pieces of evidence from the text to support their conclusion. Tips for Success